2026-03-01T17:01:35-05:00 2025-12-31 462062337 OnFire Nonprofit Consulting 625 McCall Drive Forest City NC 28043 990 2025-01-01 872591704 Charlotte Gaymers Network Inc CHAR 3522830271 1300 SOUTH BLVD STE D CHARLOTTE NC 28203 Jonathan Saldana Executive Director 7045319988 2026-03-02 true Melissa Le Roy P03217396 8282431746 2026-03-02 X 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X RC Goslee 1300 SOUTH BLVD STE D CHARLOTTE NC 28203 217469 false X www.charlottegaymersnetwork.com X 2020 NC Fueling real change in our local community through the power of play. 5 5 0 0 0 0 181869 139304 23057 78165 0 0 39247 0 244173 217469 0 9000 0 0 60000 60000 0 0 52435 161739 175114 221739 244114 22434 -26645 270201 234256 10000 0 260201 234256 To create an inclusive environment for folks from all walks of life. Over the past year the Charlotte Gaymers Network CGN has significantly expanded its impact through Gaymer Gathering Project Blue Shell and Project Saturn fostering inclusivity digital equity and community engagement for LGBTQ+ individuals and underserved communities. The three programs listed below exemplify CGNs commitment to creating meaningful change by fostering digital access education and social inclusion. As we move forward we remain dedicated to expanding these initiatives increasing outreach and ensuring that LGBTQ+ individuals and marginalized communities have the tools and support needed to thrive. false false 111093 0 0 Charlotte Gaymers Network hosts inclusive gaming and community building events that create LGBTQ+ affirming spaces and expand access to joyful low barrier social connection. In 2025 CGN hosted 60 events across 5 distinct event tracks with 36 events offered completely free to ensure accessibility for low income and marginalized community members. 15946 0 0 Project Saturn is an 8 week STEM and game creation program that teaches high school students the art and science of game design coding content creation marketing and streaming. In 2025 Project Saturn served 47 Title 1 high school students in a cohort model and students were able to keep their laptops and equipment after completing the program to continue their learning and academic success. 5000 0 11700 Project Paperclip helps close the digital divide for economically disadvantaged and low income individuals by providing laptops and ongoing tech support so they can access education employment healthcare and community resources. In 2025 Project Paperclip distributed 50 laptops to low income participants to support their long term stability and opportunity. 0 0 0 Per GAAP expenses listed here include joint costs indirect and staff time allocations. 10000 0 0 Project Save Point is a mutual aid fund providing small emergency grants for essentials like rent food and transit to help community members stabilize and move forward with a specific focus on supporting members of the trans community. In 2025 Project Save Point distributed $10,000 across 27 microgrants to individuals experiencing financial hardship. 10000 0 0 142039 true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false true 1 0 true 0 false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false false false false 5 5 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false NC X X X X RC Goslee 3522830271 7201 LEAVES LN CHARLOTTE NC 28213 Jonathan Saldana Executive Director Jan-June 2025 40.00 0.00 X 0 60000 0 Will Jeffcoat-McLeod Executive Director June-Dec 2025 40.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jorge Millares President 20.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Jamal Harvey Vice President 10.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 RC Goslee Treasurer 8.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Bryan Archilla Board Member at Large 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Sebastian Abraham Board Member 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 0 60000 0 0 true false false 0 0 0 0 0 139304 32050 139304 Program Service Revenue 63051 63051 0 0 Gaming events 15114 15114 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 78165 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 217469 78165 0 0 0 0 9000 9000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 60000 39600 10200 10200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2361 1936 425 0 1000 1000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8602 1806 86 6710 4306 931 2784 591 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3103 0 3103 0 12445 1245 0 11200 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11700 9711 1989 0 2279 0 2279 0 Event expense 58521 32187 8778 17556 Program expense 50886 43113 2392 5381 Vehicle expense for programs and projects 19911 1510 17604 797 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 244114 142039 49640 52435 0 0 0 0 35606 26271 0 0 0 0 17500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1890 58498 36991 33207 21507 0 0 0 0 0 0 183888 184588 0 0 270201 234256 0 0 0 0 10000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10000 0 X 76313 234256 183888 0 260201 234256 270201 234256 -26645 0 700 0 0 0 X false false false X 26865 115566 129816 204926 217469 694642 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 26865 115566 129816 204926 217469 694642 694642 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 694642 1 1.0000 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 58498 36991 21507 21507 true Housing 14 5750 0 Book N A Groceries 3 950 0 Book N A Utilities Bills 2 600 0 Book N A Transportation 2 250 0 Book N A Medical Care 3 850 0 Book N A Legal Resources 1 250 0 Book N A Other emergency care 1 350 0 Book N A Part I Line 2 For Schedule I Part I line 2 you could write something along these lines: Proposed response for Line 2 to be placed in Schedule I Part IV Supplemental Information: The organization monitors the use of microgrant funds through a structured application review and documentation process. Applicants complete the Project Save Point Application describing their identity county of residence category of assistance and amount requested within stated funding caps. A selection committee composed of trans community members unaffiliated with the organization and recused from receiving funds and members of the organizations leadership reviews applications and recommends awards which leadership then approves. Grants are disbursed via restrictedpurpose gift cards and staff maintain a centralized tracking spreadsheet listing each recipient category of support amount card type and delivery status along with collected receipts and optional written or video testimonials which are used to confirm that funds were delivered as approved and to follow up on any undelivered or questionable transactions. true true X X X X X false false false false false false false false false Jonathan Saldana Executive Director Jan-June 2025 60000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 60000 0 0 0 Will Jeffcoat-McLeod Executive Director June-Dec 2025 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X Facilites 12 127088 Event office space and furniture donated. Calculated at FMV per monthly usage. X Facility 12 45000 Event space donated monthly. Calculated at FMV per monthly usage. X Professional Services 1 10000 Legal services donated and calculated by the normal per hour rate. X Beverages 163 45000 163 cases of beverages calculated at retail value. 0 false true false Part VI, Line 11a The Board of Directors receive a copy of the 990 before filing along with a pre-recorded video from the Accountant that details the 990 and their fiscal and legal responsibilities in regard to the Nonprofit IRS and the State of North Carolina. Part VI, Line 12c The Charlotte Gaymers Network is committed to upholding its conflict of interest policy. Each board member is required to sign the statement annually and at every board meeting the Chairperson reads the following aloud. Any board member with a conflict of interest or potential conflict is obligated to disclose it and such disclosures are documented in the board minutes. Culture of Openness - As we strive to uphold the values of transparency and accountability within our organization it is important for all Board members to disclose any potential conflicts of interest they may have in relation to our decisions and actions. By being open about these conflicts we can ensure that our discussions and decisions are made with the best interests of our organization and the communities we serve in mind. I encourage all Board members to openly communicate any conflicts of interest they may have now so that we may address them appropriately maintain the integrity of our work together and that the minutes reflect any conflicts. Part VI, Line 15 Charlotte Gaymers Network Inc. has an Executive Team Compensation Policy that the Board of Directors follows to determine evaluation and salary compensation for similar nonprofit organizations and for-profit organizations in determining any type of raise in salary. Part VI, Line 18 We would love the opportunity to discuss our financials 990 with anyone who is interested in assisting with the sustainability of Charlotte Gaymers Network for future generations. Please contact us via our website at https: www.charlottegaymersnetwork.com #contact or email at: charlottegaymersnetwork@gmail.com Part VI, Line 19 The Charlotte Gaymers Network is committed to showcasing its impact and maintaining high standards of transparency as a 501c3 public charity. As such all of our governing documents are accessible to the public at all times. We invite the community to reach out to us through social media phone or email and we are eager to share these documents or arrange a meeting over coffee with anyone who has questions. Part VII General | Explanation:| n 2025 Co-Founder Jonathan Saldana transitioned from the role of Executive Director due to a relocation to Chicago Illinois following his husbands work-related move in June 2025. While this geographic shift required a change in day-to-day leadership responsibilities Mr. Saldana remains deeply committed to the mission and long-term vision of the Charlotte Gaymers Network. As a co-founder he continues to serve the organization in a staff capacity as Managing Director of National Operations and Partnerships where he uses his expertise to support strategic partnerships national programming expansion and organizational development. His continued involvement ensures institutional knowledge continuity of external relationships and alignment with CGNs founding vision. The Board of Directors has appointed new executive leadership to oversee local operations and day-to-day management in Charlotte. This transition reflects a thoughtful evolution in governance structure positioning CGN for sustainable growth while maintaining strong founder engagement and strategic oversight.